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    Ducati Panigale V4 vs BMW R 12

    Should you buy Ducati Panigale V4 or BMW R 12 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Ducati Panigale V4 price in is Rs 32,70,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 12 price in is Rs 22,50,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Panigale V4 makes 218.99 PS and 120.9 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R 12 stand at 96.31 PS and 110 Nm respectively. Ducati offers the Panigale V4 in 2 colours whereas the BMW R 12 comes in 3 colours. Out of 1 user reviews, R 12 scores 4.0 whereas the Ducati Panigale V4 tallies 4.7 out of 5 based on 6 user reviews..The Ducati Panigale V4 Mileage is around 15.38 kmpl, while the BMW R 12 Mileage is around 19.60 kmpl.

    Panigale V4 vs R 12

    Key HighlightsPanigale V4R 12
    Mileage (Overall)15.38 kmpl19.60 kmpl
    Max Power218.99 PS @ 13500 rpm96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
    Body TypeSuper BikesCruiser Bikes
    Engine TypeDesmosedici Stradale 90° V4, Counter-rotating Crankshaft Desmodromic Timing, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
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    Ducati Panigale V4 vs BMW R 12 Comparison

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          Ducati Panigale V4
          Ducati Panigale V4
            Rs32,70,000*
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                BMW R 12
                BMW R 12
                  Rs22,50,000*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.36,00,757* Onwards
                Rs.24,83,149* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                15.38 kmpl
                19.60 kmpl
                Max Power
                218.99 PS @ 13500 rpm
                96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
                User Rating
                4.7
                Based on Ducati Panigale V4 Reviews
                4.0
                Based on BMW R 12 Reviews
                Body Type
                Super Bikes
                Cruiser Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 98,590
                Get EMI offers
                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                		₹ 67,998
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.69,157
                Panigale V4 Insurance
                Rs.53,149
                R 12 Insurance
                ColoursDucati RedAventurin Red MetallicBlack Storm MetallicAvus Silver Metallic
                Brochure
                Brochure not available
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Desmosedici Stradale 90° V4, Counter-rotating Crankshaft Desmodromic Timing, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled
                2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
                Displacement
                1103 cc
                1170 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                2
                Cooling System
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                Liquid Cooled
                Air & Oil Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Hydraulically Controlled Slipper and Self-Servo Wet Multiplate Clutch. Self Bleeding Master Cylinder.
                Single-disc dry clutch, hydraulically operated
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                81 mm
                101 mm
                Stroke
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                53.5 mm
                73 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                14.0:1
                12.0 :1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                120.9 Nm @ 11250 rpm
                110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                -
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS Alerts
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                		Yes
                Keyless IgnitionYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                		Yes
                Clock
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                		Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                		YesYes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                		Yes
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                Features and Safety
                Braking Type
                Combi Brake System
                -
                Service Due Indicator
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                		Yes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYesYes
                Traction ControlYesYes
                Power ModesYes
                -
                Launch ControlYes
                -
                QuickshifterYesYes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Ducati Wheelie Contral (DWC) DVO, Ducati Slide Control (DSC), Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO), Engine Brake Control (EBC), Sachs Steering Damper, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), Pit Limiter, Auto Off Indicator, Ducati Data Logger (DDL), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TMPS)
                Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                15.38 kmpl
                19.60 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                299 kmph
                203 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                17 L
                14 L
                Width
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                830 mm
                Length
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                2200 mm
                Height
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                1110 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                3.5 L
                Wheelbase
                1485 mm
                1520 mm
                Dry Weight
                191 kg
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                Kerb Weight
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                227 kg
                Gross Weight
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                430 kg
                Load Carrying Capacity
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                202 kg
                Seat height
                850 mm
                753 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                		Yes
                Alternator
                -
                Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                330 mm
                310 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                245 mm
                265 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                36 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                36 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                42 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                42 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Aluminum Alloy Front Frame With Optimized Stiffnesses
                Tubular space frame

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons

                • Ducati Panigale V4

                  • Advanced electronics with a six-axis IMU, traction control, wheelie control, and more
                  • One of the best track bikes in its class
                  • Aggressive looks

                  BMW R 12

                  • The retro design looks good
                  • The low seat height makes it more accessible to shorter riders
                  • The boxer-twin engine is refined and doesn’t feel too vibey

                • Ducati Panigale V4

                  • Quite expensive when compared to its rivals

                  BMW R 12

                  • Way too expensive compared to its competition

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Panigale V4
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                  adil on Jun 10, 2025
                  5.0
                  "The art of speed: Ducati panigale V4''
                  The Ducati panigale V4 is a masterpiece of Italian engineering, blending breathtaking design with unmatched performance. It's 1103cc V4 engine delivers explosive power, razor sharp handling and advanced electronics, making it a top-tier superbike for track and street a like It's a unleashing the beast the Ducati panigale V4.
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                  gokulrajan on May 24, 2025
                  4.8
                  Thought of ducati
                  I'm like this bike for 2 policy - high speed good mileage, look is awesome. If you seeing best super bike and comfortable bike i suggest dugati panigale V4 . Mostly the bike use mileage and safety. Cost wise and design wise good bike. The exaust sound beautiful bike lover loving the sound very nice.
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                  sanjeevi on May 24, 2025
                  4.5
                  My dream bike and the
                  My dream bike and the best super bike i like this bike the bike price is good and good meillage and best confort all bike and this bike is number one best bike price savings bike meintenas is easy. east or west this bike is best and all best performans best balance-sable and comfortable and best control bike.
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                  arya on May 14, 2025
                  5.0
                  Advance features
                  Excellent speed and controls advance breaking system is awesome and the capacity of engine is like wowww overall the performance of this bike on road is excellent if your budget is midium to high then preffer this bike awesome bike i like to drive this bike so smooth driving and safe driving excellent bike
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                  ishmeet on Apr 29, 2025
                  4.3
                  Goosebumps that ride along every touch.
                  Comfortable, stylish and carries that joy around with itself. Reliable, and on road presence is excellence. The rotor, in transparent is just simply lovely. Can go to 215 and still sit quietly like a child. But trust me it's not a child. Once you sit on it, it becomes one of your body parts. It grooves along the road with you, and operates smoothly enough to get tired. Pillion may be a bit scared because of the absolute sauce it delivers, but still ride responsibly, and this will give you goosebumps every time you ride it.
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                  hemanth on Oct 28, 2024
                  4.0
                  Beautiful bike
                  Banger bike next level performance with retro looks, best in the segment and loved my every age group, nice and beautiful.
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                FAQs on Ducati Panigale V4 and BMW R 12

                Q) Which bike is better Ducati Panigale V4 or BMW R 12?

                A) As per our average user rating, Ducati Panigale V4 has a score of 4.7/5 while BMW R 12 has rate of 4.0 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Ducati Panigale V4 and BMW R 12 is cheaper?

                A) Ducati Panigale V4 price starts at Rs 32,70,000 & BMW R 12 price starts at Rs 22,50,000 in Delhi . BMW R 12 is cheaper between these.
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